Sausage and Peppers Pasta with Burrata

The treat of a season awaits you if you have never tasted this Burrata Pasta with Sausage. These pastas are well inside everything I love for a weeknight dinner: hearty pasta, flavorful sausage, sweet peppers, and creaminess from the burrata just melting away on top. It is the type of meal that feels special but comes together in a snap.

What is Sausage Pasta with Burrata All About?

Sausage Pasta with Burrata is a flavor-bursting Italian-inspired pasta dish with juicy sausage, sautéed bell pepper, and garlic tossed together with some light tomato sauce and pasta. Finally, just before plating, the creamy burrata comes on top, the warmth causing it to slowly melt into the pasta for utter luxe with every mouthful. The sweet peppers offset the flavor of the savory sausage, while the burrata makes the dish feel dreamy and excessive.

Ingredients

For the pasta:

• 12 oz pasta (rigatoni, penne, or spaghetti)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
• 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), sliced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

For serving:

• 1 large burrata ball (about 8 oz)
• Fresh basil leaves
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta: boil salted water until al dente. Retain ½ cup of pasta water, and drain.
2. Cook sausage- In a big frying pan, heat olive oil. Add sausage and cook it until brown, breaking it apart with a spoon.
3. Vegetables: Slice peppers, onion, and garlic and saute until soft, about 5-6 minutes.
4. Make sauce: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 8 to 10 minutes.
5. Complete the noodles: To this sauce, add the cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss everything perfectly.
6. Finish it with burrata: Then transfer to a serving dish. Place burrata in the center and tear it open, so the creamy center flows over them.
7. Serve: Add fresh basil and Parmesan if you’d like to.

Storage Tips

• Store within an Airtight container inside the refrigerator for a maximum duration of 3 Days.
• When reheating, use a low-flame stove, with a splash of water or some olive oil for a moist effect.
• Use fresh burrata only as a garnish, as it does not reheat well.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with warm, crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
• Add a fresh twist to a side salad with balsamic dressing.
• Complement with a glass of red like Chianti or Sangiovese.

Pro Tips

• Using spicy Italian sausage adds another heat level.
• Use fresh cherry tomatoes instead of the crushed ones for a fresh sauce.
• Pasta water: This will help the sauce stick to the pasta.

FAQs

1. Is it possible to use chicken sausage instead of pork?

Yes! Chicken sausage works great and is lighter.

2. Are burrata and mozzarella similar in texture?

Burrata gives a creamy center because of it. So rich and soft.

3. Can I make this pasta without tomatoes?

Sure. You can create an alternative white pasta variety by using garlic and olive oil instead.

4. Is it very spicy?

It really depends on the sausage, and if you put chili flakes, it must suit your sense of heat.

Try It!

This Sausage Pasta with Burrata is the kind of dish that instantly elevates any dinner to a special occasion. It is hearty, flavorful, and oh-so-creamy. Once you try it, you’ll want it on repeat in your kitchen.